published by blacks retail analysis 177 webster st suite 715 monterey ca 93940 the big picture wait and see seems to be attitude among economists these days as us continues grapple with soaring energy prices fallout caused hurricane katrina but despite economic double whammies many consumers still appear willing spend even beyond their savings rate third quarter growth forecasts have been curbed in wake of hover around 4 percent luxury market thrive buoyed wealthy apparel addicts for retailers mix ambivalence persistent consumer demand could make a choppy fall fast into most purchasing decisions should contact customers early on season they need execute marketing plans events such trunk shows store promotions an turn colder weather help jumpstart always is unpredictable factor fortunately has identified two factors that are likely aid sales first time delivery merchandise which being reported
